Housekeeper

At Hospice Malta, we are dedicated to providing the best possible quality of life to patients and their families when active treatment is no longer an option. We are seeking a dedicated Housekeeper to join our Housekeeping team on a full-time, Monday to Friday basis.

The principles we embrace are:

  • Readiness to Help
  • Eager to Learn and Share
  • Acts with Compassion
  • Committed Team Player
  • Holds High Professional Standards

If you identify with these principles and aspire to be part of a team that delivers personalised care through dedicated professionals and responds effectively to our community’s palliative needs, then this opportunity may be the right fit for you.

About the Role

Do you take pride in creating clean, calm and welcoming spaces? At Hospice Malta, the Housekeeper plays an essential behind-the-scenes role in keeping every area of the hospice, from patient rooms and clinical spaces to offices, meeting rooms and outdoor areas, clean, safe and dignified. You will be part of a compassionate team that helps patients and families feel comforted, respected and cared for during some of the most meaningful moments of their lives.

Duties and Responsibilities

Reporting to the Housekeeping Supervisor, the Housekeeper will be responsible for:

  • Ensuring cleanliness and hygiene throughout patient rooms, bathrooms, common areas, offices, meeting rooms, and other clinical and outdoor areas.
  • Carrying out routine and deep cleaning in line with infection control and hospice standards.
  • Handling laundry duties, including collection, washing, drying, folding, and distributing linen and clothing.
  • Safely disposing of general and clinical waste in line with health and safety procedures.
  • Monitoring cleaning supplies and report when replenishment is required.
  • Responding promptly to housekeeping requests from clinical and administrative teams.
  • Supporting room preparation for new admissions, visitors, and hospice activities.
  • Working closely with the Operations, Nursing, and Volunteer teams to maintain a serene, safe, and welcoming environment.
  • Assisting with event setup, ensuring spaces are prepared according to event requirements and organisational standards.
  • Preparing meeting rooms ahead of meetings, including setting up tea, coffee and refreshments, and clearing and cleaning the rooms afterwards.
  • Undertaking any other duties commensurate with the role, as reasonably directed by management.
Attributes
  • Caring and respectful, with an understanding that your work directly supports patients and families during sensitive times.
  • Thorough and attentive to detail, taking pride in doing things properly and maintaining high standards.
  • Reliable, organised, and able to manage time effectively.
  • A team player with good communication skills and a positive attitude.
  • Able to work independently while following established procedures.
  • Willing to follow infection control and safety guidelines at all times.
  • Familiar with basic email or task systems (training provided if needed).
Qualifications and Experience
Mandatory
  • Previous experience in housekeeping or cleaning.
  • Ability to communicate in English.
Desirable
  • Housekeeping experience within a healthcare, care-home or hospitality setting.
  • Training in infection prevention and control.
  • Ability to communicate in Maltese.
Contract, Location and Benefits
  • Full-time, indefinite position (Monday to Friday), based at St Michael Hospice, Santa Venera.
  • Wellbeing initiatives
  • Ongoing education and training opportunities
  • Free Health Insurance after probation
How to Apply

Kindly submit your CV to hr@hospicemalta.org by 30/10/2026. Please quote the position title in the subject line of your email.